John F. Fitzgerald

American politician; Mayor of Boston

John F. Fitzgerald - American politician; Mayor of Boston
Born

February 11th, 1863
162 years ago

Died

1950
75 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the Mayor of Boston from 1906 to 1908 and from 1910 to 1914. Held office as a U.S. Congressman from 1919 to 1921. Advocated for urban development and public welfare initiatives during tenure. Engaged with the Democratic Party and supported various reforms.

Served two terms as Mayor of Boston

Held a seat in the U.S. Congress

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